Oklahoma Contemporary

Oklahoma Contemporary A multidisciplinary contemporary arts organization, providing accessible artistic engagement Exhibitions are always free. You are always welcome here.
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Oklahoma Contemporary recently launched a new, central location at NW 11th and Broadway in downtown Oklahoma City. The new centerdramatically increases Oklahoma Contemporary’s capacity for free, internationally relevant exhibitions and programming and increase art access and education for citizens of Oklahoma, students and visitors alike. Developed by and for Oklahomans to present and explore the

key innovations, issues and concerns of the art of our time, Oklahoma Contemporary does so while drawing on the dynamic aesthetic, cultural, historical and political landscape of the state. At its core, the institution is an inclusive space – Oklahoma Contemporary believes that art is for everyone and places accessibility and education at the center of all programming. Oklahoma Contemporary is a regional 501(c)3 nonprofit organization founded in 1989 by businessman and philanthropist Christian Keesee and Kirkpatrick Foundation Director Marilyn Myers.

A look back at last Friday’s Oklahoma Comic Arts Exhibition opening — and there’s a whole lot more comic arts fun on the...
08/29/2026

A look back at last Friday’s Oklahoma Comic Arts Exhibition opening — and there’s a whole lot more comic arts fun on the way.

The Oklahoma Comic Arts Festival returns to Oklahoma Contemporary for its second year on Saturday, Sept. 12, from 10 a.m.-6 p.m.!

Spend the day exploring panels and workshops, meeting local and national comic artists and industry professionals, grabbing a bite from food trucks and connecting with fellow fans and creators. Plus, keep an eye out for special appearances from the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and a few other familiar faces throughout the day.

Saturday, Sept. 12 | 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Oklahoma Contemporary
Free and open to the public

Visit okcontemp.org/ocaf to learn more!

Add a little bit of ART to your space from Shop Contemporary! Books, ceramics, puzzles, and more here at Oklahoma Contem...
08/28/2026

Add a little bit of ART to your space from Shop Contemporary!

Books, ceramics, puzzles, and more here at Oklahoma Contemporary. Visit shopcontemporary.org to find your new favorite piece.

08/27/2026

Opening next Thursday—Clever, Quick, Magnetic: The Art of Witty Banter!

Featuring works by 30 internationally acclaimed artists, this major exhibition explores what gives a painting its personality. Join us Thursday, Sept. 3, for the opening celebration, beginning with an ArtDesk Conversation from 6-7 p.m. featuring exhibition curator and acclaimed artist David Salle and Vanity Fair art correspondent Nate Freeman, followed by the reception from 7-9 p.m.

Clever, Quick, Magnetic: The Art of Witty Banter
Thursday, September 3 | 5:30 p.m.-9 p.m.

Visit okcontemp.org/wittyopening to RSVP and learn more. On view September 3, 2026–January 11, 2027 in our Eleanor Kirkpatrick Main Gallery. Admission is always free.

In order of appearance: 1.) Cecily Brown, The Art of Witty Banter, 2026. © Cecily Brown. Courtesy of the artist. Photo: Genevieve Hanson. 2.) Spencer Sweeney, Nocturnal Congress, 2024. Courtesy of Gagosian. Photo: Thomas Barratt. 3.) Tamo Jugeli, Yumeji’s Theme, 2026. Courtesy of the artist and Karma. 4.) Marina Adams, My Bright Particular (for Jimmy Schuyler), 2026. Courtesy of the artist. © Marina Adams

The cutest members of the Oklahoma Contemporary family have entered the chat!Happy National Dog Day from the pups behind...
08/26/2026

The cutest members of the Oklahoma Contemporary family have entered the chat!

Happy National Dog Day from the pups behind the people of Oklahoma Contemporary! Swipe through to meet some of our staff’s very important creative consultants and occasional work-from-home supervisors.

Give your favorite pup some extra love today and share yours in the comments!

September is PACKED at Oklahoma Contemporary! 🌟We’re starting the month with the opening of Clever, Quick, Magnetic: The...
08/25/2026

September is PACKED at Oklahoma Contemporary! 🌟
We’re starting the month with the opening of Clever, Quick, Magnetic: The Art of Witty Banter and an ARTDESK Conversation on Sept. 3, and the fun keeps going all month long.

Save the dates for the Oklahoma Comic Arts Festival on Sept. 12, Luxe Affair: Psychedelic Elegance on Sept. 24, and Noche de Sueños on Sept. 25— plus exhibitions, Studio School classes, programs, and plenty more happening throughout the month.

There’s a lot to see, make, and experience, so swipe through our September calendar and start planning your visits. Check out okcontemp.org/calendar to learn more.

Studio School is calling — and members, you’re up first! 🎨Member registration for our Fall 2026 session is officially OP...
08/24/2026

Studio School is calling — and members, you’re up first! 🎨

Member registration for our Fall 2026 session is officially OPEN! Whether you’ve been waiting to get back behind the pottery wheel, pick up a paintbrush, or try something completely new, there’s plenty to explore this fall. Dive into ceramics, watercolor, painting, creative writing, and more, plus festive, holiday-inspired workshops perfect for making something special (or just having a little fun).

Members: Registration opens today, Aug. 24
Public registration: Opens next Monday, Aug. 31

Classes fill up fast, so take a look at the full Fall Studio School lineup and reserve your spot today at okcontemp.org/studioschool.

Meet Amy Sillman, one of the artists featured in Clever, Quick, Magnetic: The Art of Witty Banter, opening September 3 a...
08/21/2026

Meet Amy Sillman, one of the artists featured in Clever, Quick, Magnetic: The Art of Witty Banter, opening September 3 at Oklahoma Contemporary.

Born in Detroit, Michigan, in 1955, Sillman studied at the School of Visual Arts in New York and has become one of the leading voices in contemporary abstraction. Her work draws from painting, drawing, animation, and writing, exploring the expressive possibilities of gesture, color, and form.

Blending abstraction with moments of recognizable imagery, Sillman's paintings embrace experimentation, humor, and revision. Through layered compositions and an intuitive approach to mark-making, she challenges conventional ideas about what painting can communicate.

Curated by David Salle, The Art of Witty Banter brings together distinct approaches to contemporary painting, revealing affinities, tensions, and unexpected conversations among the works. To learn more visit okcontemp.org/wittybanter.

Amy Sillman, She/They, 2021. Oil on linen. 70 × 60 in. (177.8 × 152.4 cm). © Amy Sillman. Courtesy of the artist and David Zwirner. Photo: David Regen

Join us for Noche de Sueños, a free community art expo celebrating Latino and Latina artists and creativity in Oklahoma ...
08/21/2026

Join us for Noche de Sueños, a free community art expo celebrating Latino and Latina artists and creativity in Oklahoma City.

On Sept. 25, discover work from more than 25 local artists exploring identity, storytelling, and heritage. Throughout the evening, experience traditional Mexican dance, see lowriders on display, and enjoy food from local vendors.

Curated by first-generation Latinas Nathaly Ramos and Angie B. Santillán, Noche de Sueños invites you to dress up, bring your friends and family, and celebrate the many stories shaping Oklahoma’s Latino community.

Noche de Sueños
Sept. 25 | 6-9 p.m.
Oklahoma Contemporary
Free and open to all ages.

Visit okcontemp.org/noche to RSVP and learn more.

08/19/2026

Meet William & Lauren, one of the featured designers bringing their vision to Oklahoma City’s biggest fashion party of the year, Luxe Affair: Psychedelic Elegance.

Known for their distinctive approach to style and design, William & Lauren are helping bring this year’s theme to life with three looks inspired by the upcoming Wayne Coyne: Happily One Freak exhibition, coming to Oklahoma Contemporary in 2027.

Go behind the scenes of a fitting with Luxe Affair co-chair Rich Johnson and get a glimpse of what’s in store. Think bold patterns, saturated color, unexpected details, and a touch of couture.

Luxe Affair: Psychedelic Elegance
Sept. 24 | 7-10 p.m.
Oklahoma Contemporary

Get your tickets and learn more at okcontemp.org/luxeaffair.

The Oklahoma Comic Arts Exhibition opening is this Friday at Oklahoma Contemporary! 💥You'll get a first look at original...
08/18/2026

The Oklahoma Comic Arts Exhibition opening is this Friday at Oklahoma Contemporary! 💥

You'll get a first look at original works by festival guests and Oklahoma artists to kick off the celebration. Be sure join us on Saturday, September 12, for Second Saturday XL: Oklahoma Comic Arts Festival—a free, all-ages event featuring nationally recognized and local creators, artist vendors, workshops, panels and more.

Exhibition Opening Reception
Friday, August 21 | 6-8 p.m.

Second Saturday XL: Oklahoma Comic Arts Festival
Saturday, September 12 | 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
📍 Oklahoma Contemporary
🎟️ Free admission

Learn more and plan your visit at okcontemp.org/ocaf.

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11 NW 11th
Oklahoma City, OK
73106

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Monday 11am - 6pm
Wednesday 11am - 6pm
Thursday 11am - 6pm
Friday 11am - 6pm
Saturday 11am - 6pm
Sunday 11am - 6pm

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